Tag: improvements

Roadbuilding

Wash. tests road charge as gas tax alternative

Washington has begun a pilot program to test out an alternative to the gas tax. The Washington State Transportation Commission is seeking at least 2,000 drivers to volunteer for the program, in which they will log miles they drive. The program, which begins in January, is testing whether a per-mile road charge would work in […]

January 24, 2018

Roadbuilding

‘Transportation Moves Wisconsin’ looks to state highway users for input on transportation needs, funding

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) announced Friday that it has launched an initiative that seeks input from state highway users about transportation needs and how the state should finance those needs. The initiative, “Transportation Moves Wisconsin,” aims to improve the state’s transportation system by allowing the people who use it daily to tell the […]

April 1, 2014

Roadbuilding

Ace Torwel redesigns Economizer gas-over-hydraulic pick-up truck spreaders

Ace Torwel has improved its Economizer gas-over-hydraulic pick-up truck spreaders for more efficient and reliable snow and ice control over previous models. The spreaders are available in 1.3-, 1.7-, 2.5-, and 3.0-cubic-yard models and feature a feature stainless steel or painted 14-gauge steel construction. A 5.5-horsepower Honda gas engine with electric start powers the the […]

October 25, 2013

Construction Equipment

Caterpillar updates 993K wheel loader with Tier 4 Final engine, cab improvements

Caterpillar announced updates today to its 993K wheel loader headlined by the availability of either a Tier 4 Final or Tier 2 Equivalent Cat C32 engine.

October 15, 2012

Construction Equipment

Doosan upgrades DL300 and DL350 wheel loaders with improved lift capabilities, Tier 4 engine

Doosan announced today updates to its DL300 and DL350 wheel loaders designed to provide operators with improved lift capabilities, increased fuel efficiency and enhanced cab comfort over previous iterations.

July 31, 2012